The community sees itself as open, fluid, inclusive, participatory, hospitable and loving. A sense of friendship, shared values and spirituality continues to grow among us. All may volunteer their help according to their individual talents and abilities. Consensus of the community members guides and determines our decisions.
People of all faiths are welcome at the services, including the Eucharist, the community meetings, social events (picnics, potlucks, etc.), charitable activities and frequent lectures. The people of the Companions community, by mutual desire and to the extent possible, share two to three hours each Sunday morning aimed at supporting each person’s spiritual growth and strengthening our community bonds. This time includes a Eucharistic service with a homily, a social time and, occasionally, an educational program or a community meeting. Children’s liturgies are organized throughout the year. The community celebrates one Sunday and two weekday Masses each week. Fr. Sean O’Laoire, Ph.D., Denise Roy, M.Div., and Fr. Paul Roy, Ph.D. are Spiritual Directors for this self-sustaining group of about 300 persons.